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FinTech

Spending on artificial intelligence systems in the Middle East & Africa to top $374 million in 2020

September 30, 2019

That's according to the latest forecast from global technology research and consulting firm International Data Corporation, with a recent update…

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Comment & Analysis

Latest technological innovations key highlight of the Middle East Treasurer's Summit agenda

September 30, 2019

With just days to go before the eleventh edition of the annual Middle East Treasurers Summit, 1–2 October at Dubai’s…

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Hedge Funds & Alternative Investments

Brexit concerns, weak pound create 'rare opportunity' for GCC investors in London

September 30, 2019

The uncertainty surrounding the UK’s exit from the European Union and the weakness of the British pound have created a…

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Financial Results

Lower loan yields to hurt UAE banks’ profitability from Q3

September 30, 2019

Two rounds of interest rate cuts combined with slow loan growth is expected to reflect on the interest rate margins…

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Awards and Recognition

Regional investor relations professionals recognized

September 30, 2019

Regionally listed companies and industry professionals with exceptional performance in Investor Relations (IR) during the last year were recognized at…

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Financial Results

Dubai attracts Dhs46.6b in FDIs during H1 2019

September 30, 2019

The Emirate of Dubai has witnessed exceptional growth during the first half of 2019, with foreign direct investments, FDIs, reaching…

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Executive Moves

Leading global law firm elects new chair

September 29, 2019

Leading global law firm Baker McKenzie is proud to announce that following a vote of its partnership, Milton Cheng has…

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Comment & Analysis

Figures show rise in fintech registrations in Dubai

September 29, 2019

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has now registered over 100 fintech firms, reporting a three-fold growth in the number…

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Comment & Analysis

Around the world in 13 passports: Why second citizenship is on the rise

September 29, 2019

High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs) are increasingly buying up second passports in safe havens, citing concerns about growing regional political…

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Islamic Finance

Higher Shari’ah Authority for financial and banking activities in the UAE held its sixth meeting

September 29, 2019

The Higher Shari’ah Authority (“the HSA”) for financial and banking activities in the UAE held its Sixth meeting for the…

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Islamic Finance

Saudi Arabia's Samba issues $1bln international notes

September 29, 2019

Saudi Arabia’s Samba Financial Group has issued $1 billion international notes under its $5 billion Euro Medium Term Note Programme.…

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Comment & Analysis

Climate change concerns spur Middle East issuers to move capital into sustainable activities, HSBC says

September 29, 2019

More than 90 per cent of issuers of bonds, loans and other securities in the Middle East believe they will…

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